Morton Gould was an American composer, conductor, arranger, and pianist whose prolific career spanned much of the 20th century. Born on December 10, 1913, in Richmond Hill, New York, he displayed early musical talent and eventually became renowned for his unique blend of popular and classical traditions. Gould served as the conductor for his ensemble, Morton Gould and His Orchestra, which was widely respected for its interpretations of both classical compositions and contemporary works.

Although primarily known for his original compositions and arrangements, Gould also led his orchestra through a variety of classical and modern pieces with a distinctive flair. Among their celebrated recordings are interpretations of Aaron Copland's "Billy The Kid" and Ferde Grofé's "Grand Canyon Suite," where Gould's skilled orchestration and direction brought these American classics to life with vivid detail and passion. Additionally, the album "Latin, Lush & Lovely" and its counterpart "More Jungle Drums" showcased the ensemble's versatility, delving into the exotic and rhythmically complex world of Latin-inspired music. Their work on "Kern and Porter Favorites" provided a lush, orchestral treatment of the beloved tunes of Jerome Kern and Cole Porter, while the album "Levant Plays Gershwin," featured the celebrated pianist Oscar Levant and underlined Gould's affinity for George Gershwin's music, further cementing Morton Gould and His Orchestra's reputation for excellence and breadth across the musical spectrum.

Genres

Light Music

Man's Orchestra

Latest Release

Copland: Billy The Kid; Grofé: Grand Canyon Suite

Morton Gould and His Orchestra

Album - 18 Tracks - Released December 1, 1973